Famed for their clowning, and fun behaviours they are adored by many fans. One should be cautious when sitting because they are known to enjoy tunnelling under blankets and it would be horrible to have your darling Caique sat upon! Additionally, they love to climb in human hair, where they can easily become territorial! It does require DNA testing to properly know the sex of these beautiful birds.

Caiques are not said to be exceptional talkers, but they are known for chirping and singing, especially when more than one of these gems are kept in the same flock. They can learn to mimic so don't be surprised if you're greeted one day with a deep 'Hello'! However, their volume is not as deafening as some of the other species of parrots (Cockatoos, Macaws, Conures, Etc).  This is a blessing for those of us who enjoy sharing our lives with a parrot but live in close quarters. Don't take this to mean that they cannot make extreme noise if displeased, one must keep these bundles of activity entertained.

It is said that a Caique will prefer climbing and hopping around to flying, which means one should provide plenty of climb and play areas for them to enjoy. Also, try to provide plenty of room for their antics, even if you plan on having them out of the cage often, no one likes to live in a tiny space.